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They gathered bright and early outside Maple Leaf Gardens to await two appearances later today of the Beatles
They gathered bright and early outside Maple Leaf Gardens to await two appearances later today of the Beatles

They gathered bright and early outside Maple Leaf Gardens to await two appearances later today of the Beatles

Date8/17/1965
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Original Toronto Star caption: They gathered bright and early outside Maple Leaf Gardens to await two appearances later today of the Beatles. To pass the time this group of teenagers played cards on the sidewalk.The British foursome was scheduled to fly from Toronto International airport after two shows. Now they'll stay overnight.
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Copyright HolderToronto Star (Firm)
Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0101732F
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